Melissa Andruzzi

	Class: Junior
	Hometown: Chicago, IL
	High School: The Latin School of Chicago

	Event: Breast/IM
	Birthdate: 06/18/1991

04/05/2012

11 Toreros selected for MPSF All-Academic honors

Among the Toreros honored were four seniors, four juniors, and three sophomores.

02/21/2012

Toreros rack up eight All-MPSF selections

Freshman Keenan Lineback and Sarah Geerdes earned all-conference honors in multiple events.

02/18/2012

USD women finish fifth at MPSF Championships

Keenan Lineback posted a second-place finish in the 1650 free on the final day of competition.

02/16/2012

Geerdes Leads Way on Day Two of MPSF Championships

Sarah Geerdes posted the team's top finish with a fourth-place showing in the 200 IM.

02/14/2012

USD Set for MPSF Championships

The Toreros open up the four-day meet on Wednesday.

University of San Diego

Secondyear swimmer for the Toreros

What is your most memorable moment in your USD swimming or diving career?

My most memorable moment on the USD swim team was definitely the 200 medley relay at the WAC Championship. It was the first event of the meet and our relay was all freshman. The pool was so loud my ears were ringing, the entire USD team was lined up at the end of our lane, and I was probably the most excited I have ever been to swim.

Where is your favorite place to vacation?

Hawaii!!! What's not to love about a place where you can swim and kiss dolphins and the sunsets are gorgeous?!

Where is your favorite pool to compete in?

USD's pool. Up until this fall, I had never swam outdoors before. So, I really am loving swimming and simultaneously getting tan! Although I must say, the only drawback is the oh-so-flattering goggle tan!

Why did you choose to attend USD?

I chose USD for a couple of reasons. One, I really felt like I fit in with the team. Two, I have always wanted to work with animals when i am older and USD has a great marine biology major (plus, SeaWorld and San Diego Zoo are not too far when looking for internships) and three, the location is absolutely perfect.

What is your favorite Starbucks drink?

Tall nonfat strawberries and cream frappuccino, extra whip.

Prep

Attended Latin school of Chicago ... Competed in Track and Field and Soccer in high school ... Captain her senior year on the swim team ... MVP all four years in swimming for the Romans.

Personal

Was born on June 18, 1991 to Dari and Joe of Chicago, Illinois ... Chose to attend USD because she wanted to study marine biology and loves the weather, and the team is awesome ... Recruited by the Naval Academy and University of Chicago.